SEC Delays Decisions on Spot Ethereum ETFs
VanEck Application Faces May 23 Deadline
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has pushed back its decision on the VanEck spot Ether ETF application, with a final deadline set for May 23. This delay coincides with similar actions taken for spot Ethereum ETF filings from ARKInvest and 21Shares.
BlackRock's Spot Ethereum ETF Decision Postponed
The SEC has also delayed its decision on BlackRock Inc.'s spot Ethereum ETF. Originally scheduled for a February 7 decision, ETF analyst James Seyffart noted the May 23 deadline in an earlier Bloomberg post.
BlackRock's Final Decision Date Set for August 2024
BlackRock's spot Ethereum ETF now has a final decision deadline of August 7, 2024. This extended timeline reflects the SEC's cautious approach to approving spot Ethereum ETFs, which involve holding the underlying cryptocurrency directly.
First-Round Deadlines Approach for Spot Ethereum ETFs
As the first round of deadlines for spot Ethereum ETFs nears, the VanEck filing has received the most attention. The broader cryptocurrency market has been watching closely, with Ether prices rallying today to surpass the $3,500 level.
NurPhoto via Getty Images Ether Prices Rally
The recent price action suggests that investors are optimistic about the potential for spot Ethereum ETFs to provide greater access and liquidity to the digital asset.
Disclaimer
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